On Capitol Hill, it's goodbye biodegradable, hello plastic foam.

For the last four years, Capitol restaurants used eco-friendly plates, cups and utensils — all part of former Democratic House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's "Green the Capitol" campaign.

Republicans, who are now in charge of the House, have gone after the tableware — and maybe more.

Tempest In A Foam Cup: Lawmakers Spar Over Plastic : NPR